Rabo Impact Loan offers favorable financing for frontrunners
At Rabobank, we believe that businesses leading the way in sustainability deserve extra support. That’s why we offer the Impact Loan for Sustainable Frontrunners. This is a business loan with an interest rate discount for entrepreneurs who have taken steps toward greener ways of working.
Why this loan?
The transition to a sustainable economy requires entrepreneurs who take the lead. They make their production processes more sustainable, focus on energy, circularity and climate, and engage their customers and suppliers as well. With the Rabo Impact Loan, Rabobank rewards these frontrunners. By making their financing more affordable, the bank encourages more businesses to make sustainable choices.
Who is eligible for the loan?
The Impact Loan is intended for businesses and organizations that operate with sustainable or social impact. Think of companies with a recognized sustainability certification or companies that are demonstrably sustainability leaders in their sector.
In collaboration with the European Investment Bank (EIB), Rabobank has made over EUR 2.2 billion available over the past 10 years. With this funding, Rabobank has already helped more than 1,000 entrepreneurs. In 2025, Rabobank provided over EUR 400 million in Rabo Impact Loans. The majority of this financing went to the greenhouse horticulture (24%), food (21%), and mobility & logistics (14%) sectors.
Sustainable frontrunner
Fred van Paassen is a Dutch family business from Wervershoof, specializing in the sustainable cultivation of chrysanthemums under glass. The company handles rooting in-house and has a highly automated processing system. Due to their On the way to PlanetProof certification, the company qualified for a Rabo Impact Loan. With this loan, the company constructed a new production facility for CO₂-friendly chrysanthemum cultivation.
How to apply
The first step is to apply for a business loan. Businesses can apply online for amounts up to EUR 1 million. Those wanting to borrow more schedule an appointment with Rabobank. During the meeting, it’s assessed whether the business qualifies for the Rabo Impact Loan. If the business meets the requirements, the interest rate discount is included in the quote.
The Rabo Impact Loan aligns well with Rabobank’s mission: growing a better world together. By making loans more affordable for sustainable businesses, we hope more companies will adopt sustainable practices.